Whole-genome resequencing reveals the population structure and domestication processes of endemic endangered goose breeds (Anser cygnoides).

ABSTRACT: In recent years, the dwindling population of these endangered geese has hindered our understanding of their phenotypic variations and the genes associated with important traits. To investigate the population structure and genetic diversity of this breed, the whole-genome data of 90 individuals from a conservation farm were obtained using the Illumina 6000 paired-end platform. The research results indicate that each locally endangered goose variety has formed a monophyletic population. The Baizi (BZ), Lingxian White (LX), and Xupu (XP) geese exhibiting higher genetic diversity than the other goose breeds. Tree-Mix analysis revealed the presence of five gene flows events between goose populations, with Yangjiang (YJ) geese consistently exhibiting significant genetic distance from the other b

SUBMITTER: Qi S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11957519 | biostudies-literature | 2025 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature